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I would say take the time to read through this thread about honing with the 4/8 only

There is a ton of info, tips and tricks about getting the most out of that one stone, it is written by...

Ahhhhh

First, there are tests that you need to learn as you are honing that lead you to a "Shave Ready" edge, these let you know when the edge is even close to being ready for the strop and...

The exact same way that you have made a decision to replace a blade in a DE or change out a disposable razor..

The shave is just not "there" any longer..